Dear Stage 2 students, During term 2 we are learning about the Great Barrier Reef. As part of your studies, you are required to complete an independent study assignment at home. You may choose any of the activities listed below provided the activities add up to at least 16 points. Your teacher will explain what that means. Each activity will also be discussed in detail in your class. You may present your work however you choose. Some examples are: a power point presentation; a movie starring you as the expert; a display folder; a cardboard presentation. OR anything else you can think of. You will be marked on the accuracy of the information you provide, your presentation and originality. Your assignment is due on Friday 1st June.
Exploring Oceans with Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy
Remembering 4 points
List the major oceans and seas of the world and write down an important fact about each one.
Understanding 4 points
Use each of the following ocean-related terms in a sentence to convey the meaning of the term: currents, tides, ocean floor, coast, waves, swells and salinity.
Applying (and creating) 6 points
Design a board game about the ocean. You must include instructions. The game must contain factual information and anyone who plays the game should learn something interesting. OR Design a diorama that has labelled ocean features. Such as animal homes, animals and other physical features.
Analysing6 points
Compare/contrast an ocean with a lake. Use a Venn Diagram to help you record the similarities and differences. You will need to research the information you need.
Evaluating 8 points
You are about to take a long ocean voyage in a hand-crafted sailboat. Since space is limited, you will be able to take only five of the following items: blanket, oar, first-aid kit, life preserver, anchor, compass, hunting knife, fresh water/food supply, and one other object of your choice. Which items will you take with you? Why?
Creating 12 points
1.Design an underwater resort of the future. 2. Create a travel brochure to describe it in detail.
During term 2 we are learning about the Great Barrier Reef. As part of your studies, you are required to complete an independent study assignment at home. You may choose any of the activities listed below provided the activities add up to at least 16 points. Your teacher will explain what that means. Each activity will also be discussed in detail in your class.
You may present your work however you choose. Some examples are: a power point presentation; a movie starring you as the expert; a display folder; a cardboard presentation. OR anything else you can think of.
You will be marked on the accuracy of the information you provide, your presentation and originality.
Your assignment is due on Friday 1st June.
Exploring Oceans with Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy
OR Design a diorama that has labelled ocean features. Such as animal homes, animals and other physical features.
2. Create a travel brochure to describe it in detail.